Copernican System

The Copernican System, proposed by Nicolaus Copernicus in the 16th century, is a model of the solar system where the Sun, not Earth, is at the center. In this model, planets, including Earth, orbit the Sun in circular paths. This was a revolutionary idea because it challenged the long-held belief that Earth was the center of the universe. The Copernican System laid the foundation for modern astronomy by offering a more accurate explanation of planetary movements, paving the way for further discoveries about our solar system and the universe.